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NORVAL CASEY Obituary

Casey, Norval William

1946-2013

Casey, Norval William "Bill" passed unexpectedly in his sleep in mid July of this year at the age of 67. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louie Norval Casey and mother, Margaret Geraldine (née Francis). Survivors include his brothers, Michael Casey, John Casey of Carlsbad, CA and sisters, Moira Casey of Shasta, CA and Pati Harrison of Temple City, CA. Additionally, Bill is survived by 4 nephews: Ryan Harrison of Ft. Stewart, GA, Casey Harrison of Temple City, CA and Alex and Christopher Merkle of Shasta, CA and a great nephew, Ryan Harrison of Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

Bill, a member of MENSA, will be remembered for his wit and razor sharp memory. An avid reader, he had a breath of knowledge that was hard to rival. From an early age he held a special fondness for sci-fi. In fact, he was writing a novel on Atlantis before his untimely death.

After attending Old Dominion College, Mira Costa Community College and UCLA, Bill enlisted in the army. He applied for and was accepted into the Army's Special Forces as a Green Beret. He chose to train as a medic. Upon returning to the private sector, he was encouraged to take the California registered nursing licensure exam even though technically he had not attended nursing school. Despite that, the skills and knowledge he acquired in the army as a medic proved that he did indeed have what it took to pass the exam. In fact, he did so with flying colors. He later returned to Cal State Fullerton and received a BS in nursing. Bill chose to work the graveyard shift in the ER. A very pragmatic individual, he had to admit that a full moon definitely had a distinct influence on the clientele seeking medical care in the early hours of the morning. Even after retirement, Bill continued to maintain the nocturnal hours he adjusted to in the profession he loved.

This gentle soul will be laid to rest in the Northern California Veterans' Cemetery in Igo on November 27, 2013.

Published by Orange County Register on Sep. 18, 2013.
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relief on the night shiftWhen I started at HHW, I was Bill,s relief on the night shift in the E.D. We attended many seminars together and were in the first group of nurses to pass and become Certified E.D.nurses. He was at 0ur home many days/evenings and is missed greatly. Hope you and ken are talking up a storm, Bill.
Love and Prayers, Marge

September 28, 2014

Thursday January 02, 2014

Our sincere condolences to the family of my brother officer. We served many years together on the SB Police Dept. with many shared experiences. Norval was one of South Bend's finest and will always be remembered and respected.

Mr. & Mrs. Charlie (Tuna) Kuskye

January 2, 2014

Although I have been away from California since 1989, I will never forget Bill and Westminster Hospital, he was the type of Nurse that I respected and enjoyed working with, I believe that he will greet us one day and ask what have we been doing. Praying for the family and for peace and comfort that God provides. Pat Dew

Pat Dew

September 25, 2013

I worked with Bill at Westminster Community Hospital - He was probably one of the most reliable RN's on the Night Shift. More recently he attended the luncheon we had each month. I usually heard from him if he was not coming for some reason. Will miss him.

Nancy Standeford

September 24, 2013

Bill was a kind,caring fellow. Physians knew that he could be counted on for a thorough and accurate assessment of patients entering the Emergency Room. His knowledge of topics other than medicine was outstanding. Bill would give you the shirt off his back,if you needed it. I consider myself fortunate in having Bill as a friend. With Love, Norma Sokolowski, RN. Westminster Community Hospital

September 23, 2013

Bill was a very dedicated member of the Human Hospital Westminster family. He maintained contact with his coworkers long after the hospital was sold. He was a welcome member of the Monday lunch group and we miss him. I sincerely hope he is well cared for in his new afterlife adventures.

My sincere condolences to his family.

Susan Williams

September 20, 2013

I worked with Bill at Westminster Hospital He was a great nurse and will be missed by the Westminster Hospital family of nurses.. Arline Polley

September 19, 2013

I worked with Bill at Westminster Hospital. He was a great nurse.. He will be missed at our monthly lunches.. Arline Polley

September 19, 2013

I worked with Bill for twelve years at Humana. He was steady and reliable. We enjoyed our get togethers' with the lunch bunch in retirement. I shall miss him.

Kathy Parker

September 19, 2013

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